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An awesome underwater adventure awaits you at AQWA! AQWA is WA’s premiere marine attraction located just 20 minutes north of Perth City. Discover more of WA’s spectacular marine life as you go on an underwater journey along our coast, from the...more

One of the world's best Aquariums with close-up views of a wide range of fish and other interesting sea creatures, including crustaeceans, jellyfish, tropical fish and predators. Includes a walk-through experience and small tanks of sea-horses, sea-slugs and anemones, Well worth a visit. Great for...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank John51W

AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded yesterday

Thank you so much for your review! We have an amazing range of WA marine life, from the far north to the far south of the south, and some can't be found anywhere else in the world! We have a passionate team who work hard...More

Over in Perth from the UK to see family and our visit to AQUA was one of the highlights of a fantastic holiday.More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank David H

AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded 3 days ago

Welcome to Western Australia! We are so happy you came to visit AQWA and it's great to hear we were a highlight of your holiday! We have an amazing team here who are passionate about what they do so it will be great to pass...More

I have been visiting AQWA since 1991 and i really love this aquarium. I highly recommend a visit to anyone in perth or visiting perth that hasn't been there yet. The thing i would suggest for future plans when the budget is available would be...More

We are so glad you still enjoy visiting AQWA after 27 years! We have an amazing team here who are passionate about the WA marine life and the exhibits are second to none. Your recommendations have been passed on to our Head Curator and Management...More

We are so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with us! The underwater tunnel is certainly a unique experience having the sharks, large rays and fish swimming overhead. We have a very passionate team who are dedicated to ensuring our visitors have a great...More

Entry is not cheap (compared not only to other excursions around Perth, but also compared to aquariums elsewhere) but it is entirely worth it. There are quality exhibits and they are generally very well maintained. The highlight of the visit is obviously the underwater tunnel,...More

Date of experience: April 2018

Thank Martin H

AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 13, 2018

Thank you so much for taking the time to provide your feedback....and we definitely agree, it is well worth a visit! The 100 metre underwater is certainly a highlight watching the sharks and large rays swim overhead. We have a very dedicated team who are...More

We really enjoyed this aquarium. 1. It is completely accessible by public transit 2. The views of the ocean from the aquarium are stunning 3. The exhibits are fresh and vibrant, as well as pertinent. 4. The staff is knowledgeable, helpful and cheerful. In addition...More

Date of experience: November 2018

Thank Cherri H

AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2018

We are so glad you enjoyed your visit! We have a dedicated team of very passionate staff who will be appreciative of your kind comments.
Hopefully we see you again soon! :)

What a great Aquarium, The location and the fact that the vast majority of western Australian species are only found in Western Australia really adds to it. You won't see a lot of these species any where else.
They have a lot of fantastic displays...More

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Date of experience: September 2018

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AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2018

We are so glad you enjoyed your time with us! Our dedicated team here work hard to ensure our visitors have a great time and enjoy the amazing exhibits. We certainly have some unique marine life in our WA waters.
Hopefully we see you again...More

We visited AQWA today with our 3 young children. The entry fee for 2 adults and 3 children was $97. It took us one hour to see everything! We managed to stretch it to 1.5 hours by doing a second lap and going to see...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2018

I am so sorry to hear you didn't enjoy your stay. In regards to the shark feeding, as I'm sure you can appreciate, we cannot force feed the animals. During the cooler months some of the animals reduce the amount they eat, as they would...More

We had a great day at AQWA! My son and I visited from the states and took the opportunity to scuba in AQWA. Our Dive Master, Victoria, was knowledgeable, funny, patient and appeared sincerely as excited as we were. What a fabulous, memorable one of...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2018

We are so glad you your snorkelling! It truly is an amazing experience getting up close to the large sharks, rays, turtle and fish and one we hope will last a lifetime.

This is a wonderful place to visit with its moving walkway allowing you to see the fish as if you were under water. There’s lots of information displayed, swimming with the sharks, presentations etc. There’s a cafe and souvenir shop too.

Date of experience: September 2018

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AQWAPerth, Manager at AQWA, responded to this reviewResponded November 4, 2018

We have a very passionate team who love sharing their knowledge with our visitors. The free daily scheduled talks and feeds are a certainly a great way to get more out of your visit.
Hopefully we see you again soon :)

Hi everybody , We will be in perth from 4/6/09 - 8/6/09 and i know the duration is a bit short so i have to plan it very well. My itenerary is as follows : 4/6/09 - Reach perth airport ard 3pm. - Transfer to hotel ( Ibis Hotel ) by taxi. - Visit Kings Park since shopping is closed or maybe you guys have any better ideas. - Have dinner at northbridge 5/6/09 - Rent a car from Budget and drive to Caversham wildlife park ( 8.30am to 10.30am ) - Head down to Swan valley for lunch...More

April 03, 2009|

Response fromPerthiteOZ|

Shops are open until 9.00pm in the suburbs on Thursday 4th - the day you arrive. You could always get to Leederville or Subiaco easily by train if you wished. Abalone is out of season in WA in June but Tasmanian is available all year. You could ask at Kailis in Leederville if you get there on the 4th, or in Fremantle when you are there. You will be busy on the 7th. I would drop the Bell Tower and Tour until the 8th and just do AQWA/Hillarys Boat Harbour and SciTech (!). TBH each one can...More

Onyva888

Bridgetown, Australia

Child-friendly 6D/5N Perth trip advice - Help please! (6 Replies)

Hiyo All, Greetings from Singapore! Chanced upon this great website and have been at it for the past 4 hours. I'm currently planning a 6D/5N trip to Perth in mid-Sept for my family of 3, incl. my 4YO gal. I'm hoping to make it a "child-friendly" tour as it's the first long-haul trip for my gal and would like to make it enjoyable for her. Also a 1st trip to Perth for hubby and I. However, I think I'm suffering from a case of "info overload" as I'm kinda confused abt my choices of accomm....More

July 21, 2008|

Response fromOnyva888|

Thanks thanks PerthiteOz for your comments! Really really appreciate it! Gosh, I feel rather silly now, coz I was actually thinking I've planned a pretty slow and relaxing trip for my family. I had a hard time resisting all the nice trips outside of Perth (i keep telling myself we'll be back!) just so that we could focus on spending our time properly at the attractions I've selected. But I've been so wrong! Will take your advice and relook our day 2 and 3. I honestly would like us not...More

mm888

Singapore

Feedback on my itinerary (5 Replies)

I'll be traveling to Perth for the very first time on Aug 11 for 6 days with hubby and a 16-mth old girl. Here is what i have planned and would appreciate any feedback, or suggestions of places which i shouldnt miss :-) Day 1, Sat- Arrive in Perth at 6.25am. Pick up car at airport and check in apartment at Riverside. Since it's the first day, decide to take it slow and explore the Kings Park and the city Day 2, Sun - Freemantle. Visit Freemantle Prison (is it worth going?), weekend...More

July 26, 2012|

Response fromMelnq8|

I suggest only one wildlife park, and I'd go for Caversham. I highly recommend Lamont's for lunch (Swan Valley), but they're only open Thurs-Sun, so that's a consideration. Some of the larger wineries (Oakover, Houghton) serve meals most days. Penny Garden is open most days too - I've not eaten there, but have heard it's good, and the bonus is that they're right next door to Yahava Koffeeworks (wonderful coffee). I sincerely doubt you'll fit AQWA into Day 3, as it's in the opposite...More